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The Science of Star Trek

The Scientific Facts Behind the Voyages in Space and Time
By Mark Brake
Series: The Science of
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The Science of Star Trek by Mark Brake explores the intersection between the imaginative universe of Star Trek and real-world science. The book delves into the science behind the series' technologies and concepts, providing insight into how they align with current scientific understanding and where they stretch beyond our present capabilities. It's a fascinating journey for both Star Trek fans and science enthusiasts, merging fiction with feasible scientific advancements.
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You might enjoy this intriguing exploration if you're fascinated by how real-world science intertwines with the futuristic concepts in a beloved sci-fi series. This book offers insights into the scientific theories and technologies depicted in the show, making it a perfect read for sci-fi enthusiasts and science buffs alike.

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The Science of Star Trek

Star Trek has changed our cultural landscape in many ways since it first aired in 1966. The show showcases the visionary tech that inspired and influenced the real-world science of today. Brake address many unanswered questions about what the Star Trek franchise can tell us about aliens, planet hunting, and our future in space. -- adapted from back cover

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Boldly go where no man has gone before and discover the real science behind the cyborgs, starships, aliens, and antimatter of the Star Trek galaxy.

Star Trek is one of the highest-grossing media franchises of all time. It has changed our cultural landscape in so many ways since it first aired in 1966. The franchise has generated billions of pounds in revenue, leading to a wide range of spin-off games, novels, toys, and comics. Star Trek is noted for its social science, too, with its progressive civil rights stances and its celebration of future diversity that began with The Original Series, one of television's first multiracial casts.

The Science of Star Trek explores one of the greatest science-fiction universes ever created and showcases the visionary tech that inspired and influenced the real-world science of today. The perfect Star Trek gift for fans of the franchise, this book addresses many unanswered, burning questions, including:

  • What can Star Trek tell us about aliens in our Milky Way?
  • How has Star Trek influenced space culture?
  • What can Star Trek tell us about planet hunting?
  • What Star Trek machines came true?
  • When will we boldly go?

Learn more about one of our favourite modern epics with The Science of Star Trek!

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The Science of Star Trek by Mark Brake delves into the scientific theories explored throughout the Star Trek series, examining their real-world feasibility. Readers generally find the book engaging, appreciating its balance of science and the series' storytelling. Some reviews mention that while it's entertaining for Star Trek fans, it may sometimes prioritise fun over rigorous scientific analysis.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781510757882

Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 June 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Skyhorse Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 318g

Pages: 216

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About the Author

Mark Brake developed the world's first science and science fiction degree in 1999 and launched the world's first astrobiology degree in 2005. He's communicated science through film, television, print, and radio on five continents, including for NASA, Seattle's Science Fiction Museum, the BBC, the Royal Institution, and Sky Cinema. Markalso tours Europe with Science of Doctor Who, Science of Star Wars, and Science of Superheroes road shows.

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